Flags of Japan - Imperial Flags

Imperial Flags

Flag Date Use Description
1869– Standard of the Emperor of Japan 16 petal chrysanthemum, colored in gold, centered on a red background
1926– Standard of the Regent of Japan Similar to the Emperor's standard, but with a white border
1926– Standard of the Empress, the Empress Dowager, and the Grand Empress Dowager A pennant of the Imperial Standard
1926– Standard of the Crown Prince and the Imperial Grandson Similar to the Emperor's standard, but with a white orle
1926– Standard of the Crown Princess and the Wife of the Imperial Grandson A pennant of the Standard of the Crown Prince and the Imperial Grandson
1926– Standard of the Imperial Family of Japan A gold 16-petaled chrysanthemum centered on a white background with a red border

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